Communications and Outreach Intern

Crescenta Valley Water District (CA); Verdugo City (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Crescenta Valley Water District (CVWD) seeks a Communications and Outreach Intern for a part-time role from September 2026 to June 2027. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in public relations within a public agency, ideal for students pursuing communications, public relations, public affairs, or environmental outreach.

You will support CVWD's outreach by assisting with communication strategies, social media content creation, video production, events, and public information

Qualifications

• Pursuing a two- or four-year degree in communications, marketing, PR or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; camera/video basics helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support communications and public relations efforts for CVWD.
• Create flyers, promotional materials, and videos.
• Manage social media content and assist with events.

Skills

Communication

Social media content

Video editing

Microsoft Office

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pursuing degree in Communications, Marketing, PR or related field

Tools

Premiere Pro

CapCut

Job description

Crescenta Valley Water District (CVWD) is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Communications and Outreach Intern to join the District on a part-time basis from September 2026 to June 2027. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in public relations and community outreach within a public agency and is ideal for students pursuing a career in communications, public relations, public affairs, or environmental outreach.

As an intern, you will support the District’s public relations and community outreach efforts by assisting with the development and implementation of communication strategies that enhance public understanding of CVWD’s programs, projects, and services. You will gain practical experience working on a variety of public outreach activities, including social media content creation, video production, event coordination, and other communications initiatives.

This opportunity will also allow you to develop a deeper understanding of the role of public information in utility operations. Interns will receive mentorship and guidance from experienced utility professionals and gain exposure to monitoring legislation with potential impacts on the District’s operations.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Supporting communications and public relations efforts of the District;
• Assisting with the creation of flyers, promotional materials, and videos;
• Assisting with creation and management of original social media content;
• Helping prepare presentations and coordinating outreach events, meetings, and tours;
• Assisting in the development of public outreach plans and strategies;
• Providing general interdepartmental support when necessary; and
• Other general administrative duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidates will reflect the District’s core values. In addition, the candidates will have the following:

• Completed or be pursuing a degree from a two or four-year institution in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field;
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills, the ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Have comprehensive computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Proficient in video editing software, including Adobe Premier Pro and CapCut, with experience creating visual content;
• Experience creating and optimizing engaging content for social media platforms, such as Instagram, Facebook, Nextdoor, and LinkedIn;
• Ability to accurately maintain files and public records;
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with District managers, staff, customers, consultants, and representatives of other governmental agencies; and
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license (or equivalent driver’s license issued by another state or territory within the United States).

JOB SPECIFICS

• Pay: $20 -$25/hour, depending on qualifications.
• Approximate Duration: September 2026 – June 2027. Depending on school schedule, assignment may be extended.
• Hours: Up to 20 hours per week between the hours of 7:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday Applications are available online at www.cvwd.com/employment.
• The District may close the recruitment when sufficient qualified applications have been received.